Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management (IITTM), an autonomous

organization of Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, is one of the premier

Institutes in the country offering education, training, research and consultancy in the field of tourism, travel and allied sectors. IITTM was established in 1983 and presently IITTM campuses are located at Gwalior, Bhubaneswar, Goa and New Delhi. A new centre is coming up at Nellore in Andhra Pradesh. IITTM is a founder member of UN-ESCAP promoted Network of Asia-Pacific Educational and Training Institute in Tourism (APETIT). It offers a two-year Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programmes approved by AICTE. Looking to the demands of Indian and global economy, our programmes offer dual specializations for learners to enable them to acquire the right skill set with ample flexibility to adapt to employing organization’s needs. We offer programmes in:

Our programmes incorporate both subject-specific and generic business modules, and have been designed to reflect industry practices and academic developments. Each of our existing courses touches up on tourism as a business activity - the organisation, dimensions, social significance and impact of tourism are studied. With entry profiles ranging from beginners to advanced levels, our programmes are tailor made to meet your needs. Learners are supported at every stage of learning and development.

Fee Structure for Programmes†

IITTM has a modest fee regime. The fee is payable at the beginning of each of the two academic sessions. Fees include

1. Hostel fee is applicable only to students who are allotted hostel by the institute.

2. Fees cannot be paid in instalments.

3. Caution money deposit is refundable.

4. Students admitted to PGDM (International Tourism Business) must provide for an additional ` 1.00 lakhs for

international travel, internship etc.

Eligibility for Programmes

Candidates seeking admission to the PGDM programme shall be required to possess a bachelor’s degree (10+2+3 pattern) in any discipline of a University or equivalent thereto. Reservation for SC, ST, OBC (Non-creamy layer) and physically challenged candidates will be applicable as per Govt. of India rules. Physically challenged candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates appearing for the final examination are also eligible to apply, provided they complete it by October 31, 2011. In case the candidate fails to establish eligibility by this date, the admission would be cancelled and fees will be forfeited.

Admission process and important dates

Admission to the programme shall be through an admission process of 100 points. A weight of 70% shall be for the performance in IITTM Admission Test. Another 15% points each are for Personal Interview (PI) and Group Discussion (GD) respectively. A candidate to be eligible to be considered for admission must participate in all components of the admission process, i.e., Admission test, GD and PI. Merit for admission to the programme shall be determined by the institute. Candidates will exercise choice of programme and study centre during the counselling.

1. Apply to IITTM latest by December 16, 2010 with admission fees of Rs. 800/- (500/- in case of SC/ ST/ PH) through a demand draft payable to Director-IITTM, payable at Gwalior.

2. A prospective student should appear for IITTM Admission Test on January 16, 2011.

3. Short-listed students will have to appear for GD and PI at any one of the IITTM centres as announced later

4. Successful candidates must participate in counselling as announced later.

5. Admission and full fee deposit by May 30, 2011

Admission Test

Admission test shall be organised at different notified centres in January, 2011. The test shall be of two and half hours’ duration. Test shall comprise of multiple choice type questions in four sections-language proficiency, general awareness, numerical ability and reasoning. Please see the instructions and sample questions available on the website.